My current career utilizes charts and tables quite often. In maintenance on an industrial level charts and tables can present a multitude of different information. We use charts to display all sorts of data such as machine down time. The amount of time from breakdown start to the machine being started again. We also use charts to display production target goals and actual production numbers in comparison. This information helps management find problems and correct the issues to increase productivity thus increasing profits. In the business world everything is about profit. No profit equals no business. So analyzing data using charts helps management squeeze every bit of profit. Tables can also be used for purchasing products. You can compare similar products from different suppliers on almost any topic. Cost comparisons to delivery time to quality can be compared and help management choose the best option to fit the companies needs. This information on a chart helps with clarity and allows for easy comparisons to be made. Accurate tables and charts can be make or break for good business decisions